Description
This creamy, dreamy Mashed Cauliflower with Garlic & Chives is a delightful twist on traditional mashed potatoes, perfect for cozy dinners or as a vibrant side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- Key Ingredients
- 1 medium head cauliflower
- 6 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (or olive oil)
- 1/4 cup fresh chives
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Cauliflower: Wash the cauliflower under cold water, remove leaves and stem, then chop into even-sized florets.
- 2. Boil Until Tender: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the cauliflower florets and boil for about 10-12 minutes until fork-tender.
- 3. Roast the Garlic: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Wrap whole garlic cloves in aluminum foil with a drizzle of olive oil and roast for about 20 minutes until soft.
- 4. Blend It All Together: Drain the cooked cauliflower. In a food processor or using an immersion blender, combine the drained cauliflower, roasted garlic (squeezed from their skins), butter, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- 5. Add Chives: Finely chop fresh chives and fold them into the mashed cauliflower mixture for added flavor and color.
- 6. Serve and Enjoy: Transfer the mashed cauliflower to serving dishes. Optionally drizzle with melted butter or garnish with extra chives before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg